Project Manager
GrayWolf · Phoenix, AZ · 3 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Core Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the complete execution of structural steel projects, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and scope.
- Develop project execution plans in coordination with sales, estimating, detailing, and operations.
- Manage submittals, fabrication schedules, and delivery milestones to support field erection sequencing.
- Cookordinate with internal teams (detailing, fabrication, field) and subcontractors to maintain project momentum and resolve issues.
- Track and manage project budgets, including change orders, purchase orders, and subcontractor costs.
- Monitor contract compliance and identify areas of risk or deviation.
- Lead project meetings with customers, general contractors, engineers, and design teams.
- Provide accurate and timely project documentation, status reports, and updates to leadership.
- Visit job sites and fabrication facilities as needed to support quality assurance and resolve field challenges.
- Mentor and provide guidance to Project Coordinators and other junior staff.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of project management experience in structural steel fabrication and erection, or 8+ years as a Coordinator or Assistant PM in the steel industry.
- High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Structural/Civil Engineering, or Business is preferred.
- Strong understanding of steel fabrication and erection standards, AISC code, AWS welding codes, and shop/field processes.
- Ability to read and interpret design drawings, shop drawings, and 3D models.
- Familiarity with steel detailing workflows and collaboration with BIM/VDC teams.
- Prior proven track record of managing multiple steel projects with tight deadlines and high client expectations.
Key Competencies
- Business acumen in steel construction
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Planning and prioritization in steel workflows
- Time management under pressure
- Team and subcontractor coordination
- Written and verbal communication
- Customer-centric approach to project delivery
Technical Proficiencies
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Tekla Structures
- Fabtrol
- Primavera Scheduling
- Bluebeam
- AutoCAD (preferred)
Work Environment & Travel
- Based in a climate-controlled office with regular job site and fabrication shop visits.
- May require extended hours or weekend work to meet project deadlines.
Physical/Site Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds.
- Must be able to move in and around confined, cluttered, or uneven job site areas.
- Comfortable working in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
- Capable of working up to 12-hour shifts when necessary.
- Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolds, and steel framework and maintain balance at elevated heights.
- Tolerant of noise, dust, and physical demands of active construction and fabrication environments.